Disability Sport Wales
The Federation of Disability Sport Wales (FDSW) is a pan-disability National Governing Body of Sport Which aims to promote and develop quality sports opportunities.
Disability Sport Wales comprises of National Disability Sports Organisations (NDSOs) and sports specific organisations (e.g. Wheelchair Tennis, Sledge Hockey, Cricket, Badminton etc.)
DSW is recognised by the Sports Council for Wales and the Welsh Assembly Government as the national governing body which is responsible for the strategic development of sport for disabled people.
DSW, National Performance programme supports emerging and elite disabled athletes and teams via a range of talent identification schemes and athlete development services.
DSW Community scheme is a joint initiative between DSW, the Sports Council for Wales and Local Authorities in Wales. The programme is aimed at developing quality based sporting and physical activity opportunities for disabled people throughout Wales.
DSW ensures that all of its programmes are completely inclusive, offering individuals the opportunity to achieve a full and active role within their sporting communities, whilst at the same time providing a structured "pathway" through which talented sports performers can compete at the highest levels of sport.
